True Gravity wins Pokemon UNITE India Open 2023, India’s largest eSports event

There's snow on the ground, magic in the air, and the doors on your advent calendar have begun popping open to reveal the treasures inside. That can only mean one thing: It is time to look at Geoff Keighley. The Game Awards—an awards show, but for games—returns tonight, December 7, and promises to bring with it a gamut of premieres and trailers that you'll probably want to tune in for.

The Game Awards is back for its 2023 edition, signalling that time of the year when the industry and fans gather together to celebrate the best in video games. Marking the 10th iteration of the Geoff Keighley-hosted show, the annual event is held in high regard by developers worldwide, who will be competing in 31 categories that acknowledge games across genres. As usual, the ceremony will be spruced up by big announcements and trailers for upcoming titles, backed by a dedicated musical orchestra conducted by returning composer Lorne Balfe. There haven't been as many leaks this year, so anticipation is high as gamers keep their fingers crossed hoping for the biggest reveals.

Towards the end of each year the Wikimedia foundation collates a list of the most popular Wikipedia articles, and it usually makes for interesting reading as a reflection of what people were generally most interested in learning about in the year nearly passed. This time it's ChatGPT's turn to top the tables, and given that it's believed to be the fastest-growing consumer application in history that should come as no surprise.

English Wikipedia raked in more than 84 billion views this year, according to numbers released Tuesday by the Wikimedia Foundation, the non-profit behind the free, publicly edited online encyclopedia. And the most popular article was about ChatGPT (yes, the AI chatbot that's seemingly everywhere today).

Best budget smartphones of 2023: In the rapidly advancing mobile phone landscape of 2023, we've witnessed stellar releases from industry giants like Samsung, Redmi, Motorola, and Techno. With the major smartphone launches behind us, it's time to shine a spotlight on some of the standout phones of the year so far. Gone are the days when choosing a smartphone meant either splurging on a premium device or settling for lackluster performance on a budget model. Thanks to the prowess of new and powerful chips, budget-friendly phones now boast robust mid-range processors that effortlessly handle daily tasks and stay current with the latest Android updates.

Any series inspired by true events is always thrilling. From heart-wrenching dramas to thrilling action scenes, this genre has a separate fan base. These Hindi web series offer a glimpse into the lives of inspirational leaders, unsung heroes, and real-life crime stories.

AMD has inaugurated the company's largest global R&D center in India, as part of its $400 million investment in the country over five years.

Trimurti Online by GameOlic Development Studio is an Eastern themed MMORPG, and built as a remaster of Tantra Online, that invites players to immerse themselves in a captivating universe where plenty of adventure awaits. The game has recently entered into their Open Alpha playtest, where you’ll be able to check out all the features, and help them get it prepared for their release on February 13th, 2024.

In some great news for fans, Krafton's most popular game, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) has won a prestigious title in the country during the Google Play's Best of 2023 Awards. While the game has suffered a lot due to a ban over security concerns, the game has finally climbed to the top position in the gaming industry and proved to be the best in the race in India. Krafton announced that BGMI and its Valor: Empires have made it to the list of Google Play's Best of 2023 Awards in India. Learn more about the award-winning game here.

In a resounding triumph for Pokemon GO, the augmented reality mobile game developed by Niantic has clinched the prestigious title of ‘Best Ongoing Game' in the esteemed Google Play Awards for the year 2023 in India. This recognition underscores the remarkable journey of Pokemon GO, which has tirelessly engaged players for seven years since its inception. The game's unwavering success lies in its ability to deliver captivating augmented reality experiences, an innovative fusion of technology, and a robust sense of community interaction that resonates with millions of trainers both in India and around the globe.

Google Play best of 2023 awards: Google Play, the official app marketplace for Android smartphones, smartwatches, and tablets, has announced its annual awards for the best apps and games. The entire list has been divided into several categories as well as Users' Choice awards. These awards are listed for the US, but they are also curated locally for your country. For India, the best app of 2023 is Level SuperMind, the meditation app by YouTuber and influencer Ranveer Allahbadia, whereas the Users' Choice winner is THAP: Your Happiness Gym, a self-care app for mental health. Below, we have shared the best apps and games for both the US and India. Let us take a closer look.

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